Make the ‘smart’ choice with ducted air conditioning
Installing a new ducted air conditioning system is a significant investment and one of the biggest expenses for a newly built home – but with a bit of ‘smart’ thinking, you can save money while enjoying greater comfort.
At iZone, we encounter homeowners every day who have had to incur unnecessary costs to upgrade their air conditioning systems because they weren’t informed of all the available options when their home was being built.
While iZone prides itself on being able to retrofit existing ducted air con systems with advanced smart technology, we don’t like seeing our customers paying more than they should.
Basic aircon systems: What you’re not told
It’s common for new home builds to include ducted reverse cycle air conditioning — either as part of the package or as a reasonably priced upgrade.
However, what many homeowners aren’t told is that this usually means a very basic setup, which can come with limitations:
- Often not sized for optimal performance or tailored to the number of rooms and your family’s needs.
- Limited to just two or three zones, where most homes benefit from 8 to 10.
- Outdated controllers without WiFi/4G connectivity or airflow control.
- Single averaging thermostats that aren’t automation ready and can drive up energy costs.
- The last point is one of the most common issues we see. Without the right system in place, you can’t control your air conditioning via WiFi, mobile devices or voice commands — and that means missed opportunities for energy savings and convenience.
A small investment now, big savings later
Adding a modern iZone controller during your home’s construction typically costs just a few hundred dollars more than a basic system — but it opens the door to a much more efficient, flexible and future-ready solution.
iZone is one of the most affordable climate control systems on the market and boasts the highest energy saving rating in its class. With up to 14 zones, each set to your preferred temperature and airflow, you’ll enjoy personalised comfort while reducing running costs.
You can monitor and manage your system through the iZone Home App or use voice-connected platforms like Google Assistant, Siri, or Alexa. If you’re ready to take things further, adding home automation to your iZone system is easy.
Before your air conditioning is locked in, ask your builder about upgrading to an iZone Smart Climate Control System — it’s a decision that pays off every season.